2005 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2006 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Focus | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
